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Exercising can help stomach problems

Run a mile, calm your sour stomach. A recent study from the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that overweight people are less likely to exercise due to uncomfortable gastrointestinal problems, but exercise may be the key to feeling better. Researchers monitored 983 overweight or obese people enrolled in weight loss success programs for 2 years and found that participants with the highest BMIs suffered from more GI symptoms — like abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea — than the leaner folks did. But those who exercised more had fewer GI symptoms, independent of BMI. New York Citybased gastroenterologist Paulo Pacheco, M.D., recommends skipping vigorous up-and-down movements, which can irritate your stomach. Opt instead for gentler cycling, swimming, or power walking for 20 to 30 minutes, 5 days a week, to lose weight and soothe your aching tummy.